Congratulations to the exceptional Tasmanian women who were the recipients of the Women in Resources Tasmania Awards 2019.
Playing leading roles in the fields of mining, mineral processing, civil contracting and heavy industry manufacturing, these women are breaking stereotypes with their achievements in traditionally male-dominated industries.
I was proud to meet these women last night in Parliament House and hear the commendations they have received from their employers.
Hosted by the Tasmanian Minerals, Manufacturing and Energy Council in conjunction with the AusIMM Women in Mining Network Tasmania, the awards are in their sixth year.
The 2019 award winners are taking great strides in these critical industries, industries that form the backbone of Tasmania’s economy.
These women will be seen as role models for young women and girls to imagine their future career in Tasmania’s proud resources sector.
2019 winners are:
Exceptional Young Woman in Resources
Jessica Richmond – Grange Resources
Outstanding Tasmanian Tradeswoman, Operator or Technician
Kayla Williams – South32 Temco
Exceptional Woman in Engineering and Professional Services
Shelley Hunter – South32 Temco
Exceptional Woman in Manufacturing
Jane Bellis – Nyrstar
Exceptional woman in a Non-Executive Role
Lou Clark- Bell Bay Aluminium
Winner of the overall exceptional Tasmanian woman in resources for 2019
Shelley Hunter – South32 Temco
